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Calexico High School Celebrates Class of 2026 Graduation

Calexico High School Celebrates Class of 2026 Graduation

Calexico High School's Class of 2026 celebrated their graduation at Ward Field, marked by a display of garnet caps and gowns. The ceremony highlighted the diverse experiences of students, including exchange student Cordut Pirvu from Romania, who embraced the binational culture of the U.S.-Mexico border town. The event featured performances of 'America the Beautiful' and the national anthem, along with speeches from student leaders. Graduates shared personal stories of overcoming challenges, such as learning English as a second language, and expressed gratitude for the support from their community. The ceremony concluded with a drone show, celebrating the achievements of the graduates.
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W.C. Miller Collegiate Students Award Record $6,000 in Youth Philanthropy Grants to Local Organizations

W.C. Miller Collegiate Students Award Record $6,000 in Youth Philanthropy Grants to Local Organizations

W.C. Miller Collegiate's Youth in Philanthropy group has distributed a record $6,000 in grants to nine local organizations, marking the largest amount awarded by the school's committee to date. The funds were raised through various student-led initiatives, including a new alumni hockey fundraiser, which significantly boosted their efforts. The grants will support a range of community projects, such as playground improvements, culturally inclusive resources for children, and summer family programming. The initiative not only aids local organizations but also fosters leadership and community involvement among students.
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Athletics Beyond Prepares for Expansion After Overcoming Financial Challenges

Athletics Beyond Prepares for Expansion After Overcoming Financial Challenges

Athletics Beyond Prepares for Expansion After Overcoming Financial Challenges
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Multnomah County Faces Potential $240K Cuts to Teen Crisis Hotline Funding

Multnomah County Faces Potential $240K Cuts to Teen Crisis Hotline Funding

Multnomah County in Oregon is considering budget cuts that could impact the funding of YouthLine, a crisis hotline for teens. YouthLine connects callers aged 10 to 24 with trained volunteers who provide support for various issues, including mental health struggles. The program, which also serves as a workforce development initiative, is at risk of losing $240,000 in funding. This potential cut comes as the county works to balance its budget amid a multimillion-dollar deficit. State leaders, including Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, have urged the county to maintain the funding, emphasizing the critical role YouthLine plays in addressing the mental health needs of young people.
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Imperial High School Graduates Aim for Impactful Futures in Education and Aerospace Engineering

Imperial High School Graduates Aim for Impactful Futures in Education and Aerospace Engineering

Jonathan Arceo and Raphael Bernal, the valedictorian and salutatorian of Imperial High School's Class of 2026, celebrated their graduation with aspirations to make significant contributions in their respective fields. Arceo, who was actively involved in robotics and other extracurricular activities, plans to pursue aerospace engineering. He aims to address global resource distribution issues by potentially developing a space geomining company to extract resources from asteroids and planets. Bernal, on the other hand, intends to become a chemistry teacher to invest in the education of future generations. Both graduates reflected on their high school experiences, highlighting the friendships and memories they made along the way.
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Estancia High School Awards $2.4 Million in Scholarships to Graduating Class

Estancia High School Awards $2.4 Million in Scholarships to Graduating Class

Estancia High School in Costa Mesa celebrated its Class of 2026 with a commencement ceremony held at the Jim Scott Stadium. The graduating class, consisting of 241 students, collectively earned $2.4 million in scholarships. These scholarships include prestigious titles such as Merit Scholars, Balboa Bay Scholars, SOY Scholars, and AVID Scholars, along with numerous community scholarships. Approximately 42% of the graduates plan to attend four-year universities, including UCLA, USC, UC Berkeley, and Yale University. Meanwhile, 55% of the students aim to pursue a two-year degree, and 1% have chosen to serve in the military. Principal Michael Halt praised the students for their hard work and determination, highlighting their academic excellence and readiness to enter the workforce or serve in the U.S. Marine Corps.
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Minneapolis' Malcolm Yards Hosts Fundraiser to Support Struggling Restaurants

Minneapolis' Malcolm Yards Hosts Fundraiser to Support Struggling Restaurants

Malcolm Yards in Minneapolis is organizing a fundraiser named 'Recipe for Restaurant Relief' to support local restaurants affected by Operation Metro Surge. The event is scheduled for June 10 and aims to provide financial assistance to Twin Cities restaurants that have been struggling. Patricia Wall, the owner of Malcolm Yards, discussed the initiative on The 4, highlighting the importance of community support in helping these businesses recover. The fundraiser is part of a broader effort to revitalize the local dining scene, which has faced significant challenges due to recent economic pressures.
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Kellogg Community College Launches Free Summer Program for New Students

Kellogg Community College Launches Free Summer Program for New Students

Kellogg Community College (KCC) is offering a free summer program called Kellogg Kickstart, designed to help new students prepare for college-level courses. The program targets individuals who have not achieved a C grade or better in college-level English or math and have not taken the First Year Seminar. Scheduled from July 7 to August 13, the program will run on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Participants will receive a stipend in Visa gift cards, free meals, and course materials at no cost. The initiative aims to equip students with the necessary skills and confidence to succeed in their academic pursuits.
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School Districts Reevaluate Ed-Tech Spending Amid Budget Constraints and Public Skepticism

School Districts Reevaluate Ed-Tech Spending Amid Budget Constraints and Public Skepticism

School districts across the United States are facing significant budgetary challenges as they finalize their financial plans for the upcoming school year. This situation is compounded by growing public skepticism about the use of educational technology (ed-tech) in classrooms. During the COVID-19 pandemic, districts utilized federal relief funds, specifically the Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief (ESSER) funds, to purchase various tech tools and platforms. However, with the expiration of these funds, districts are now scrutinizing their tech investments to determine which are essential and which may no longer be justified. Marguerite Roza, director of Georgetown University's Edunomics Lab, highlights that districts are under pressure to prove the value of their tech expenditures. Kelly May-Vollmar, superintendent of California's Desert Sands Unified School District, notes that many districts expanded tech programs without long-term funding strategies, leading to current sustainability challe...
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High School Teams Compete in KD Quiz on CBS News

High School Teams Compete in KD Quiz on CBS News

High School Teams Compete in KD Quiz on CBS News
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High School Teams Compete in KD Quiz Showdown

High School Teams Compete in KD Quiz Showdown

The KD Quiz, a competitive quiz show, featured teams from Grove City, Pine Richland, and Trinity Area high schools. This edition of the quiz show was broadcasted, showcasing the knowledge and quick thinking of the participating students. The KD Quiz is a platform for high school students to demonstrate their academic prowess in a competitive environment, engaging in various rounds of questions across different subjects.
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W.C. Miller Students Award Record $6,000 in Youth Philanthropy Grants to Local Organizations

W.C. Miller Students Award Record $6,000 in Youth Philanthropy Grants to Local Organizations

W.C. Miller Collegiate's Youth in Philanthropy group has distributed a record $6,000 in grants to nine local organizations, marking the largest amount awarded by the school's committee to date. The funds were raised through various student-led initiatives, including a new alumni hockey fundraiser, and were matched by the Altona Community Foundation. The grants will support a range of community projects, such as playground improvements, culturally inclusive resources for children, and summer family programming. The initiative has also fostered leadership skills among students, with participants like Jacob Friesen-Stoesz and Shelby Penner noting the program's impact on their community involvement and awareness.